United Bank for Africa Plc has announced that it will host a special edition of its quarterly UBA Business Series, themed ‘Gen W – The Evolved Woman’, in celebration of International Women’s Month.
The event is scheduled to take place in Lagos, bringing together an array of accomplished female leaders and professionals.
According to the bank’s statement on Monday, these speakers will share insights, personal experiences, and practical strategies for navigating ambition, leadership, and growth in today’s dynamic global business environment.
This edition of the Business Series aims to advance the conversation about women by highlighting a new generation of leaders who are not simply seeking opportunities but confidently creating them.
The discussion will explore how women today are shaping industries, leading businesses, and redefining success on their own terms.
The event will feature an inspiring lineup of speakers, including entrepreneur and founder of ORÍKÌ Group, Joycee Awosika; media personality and entrepreneur Tomike Adeoye; entrepreneur and founder of Fine Funky, Olufunke Davies; and award-winning broadcaster Ayo Mario-Ese. The session will be hosted by media personality and actor Tobi Bakre.
Speaking ahead of the event, UBA’s Group Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, Alero Ladipo, explained that the special edition reflects the bank’s firm commitment to supporting women for the critical roles they play in driving economic growth and innovation across Africa.
Ladipo stated, “The modern African woman is evolving in remarkable ways. She is bold, visionary, and intentional about the spaces she occupies. Through this edition of the UBA Business Series, we want to celebrate women while also creating a platform where meaningful conversations around leadership, ambition, and opportunity can take place.”
The quarterly UBA Business Series has become a key knowledge-sharing platform designed to equip entrepreneurs, professionals, and business leaders with the insights, tools, and strategies needed to grow sustainable enterprises and navigate the evolving business landscape.
United Bank for Africa continues to operate as one of the largest employers in the financial sector on the African continent, serving over 45 million customers across twenty African countries, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, France, and the United Arab Emirates.
